3. The Secret Garden (Huwon) at Changdeokgung Palace (Seoul, Korea)
Rare cycads, cacti, and an "abalone shell" pool. Lotus Secret Garden
Arrive early (before 9:00 AM) to avoid the heat and the largest crowds. Korea) Rare cycads
Located just 30 minutes from Atlanta, this hidden gem was originally a fishing pond transformed by a Vietnamese couple into a stunning sanctuary of lotus flowers. Peak bloom is in July and August . Lotus Secret Garden